Cafe Latin Bliss
Passed most recently but 2 prior failures on record
2025-07-22 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
METAL PREP TABLES IN THE KITCHEN NOTED WITH PEELING PLASTIC AS A PROTECTANT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.----RAW WOODEN SHELVING AT THE MAIN BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE WITH A NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
LEFT WASHBOWL IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM NOT FUNCTIONAL. UNABLE TO TURN OFF AND LEAKING HOT HANDLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND USE THE RIGHT SIDE WASHBOWL UNTIL OPERATIONAL.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
ALL UNNECESSARY STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE FAR SOUTH BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES AND ALL OTHER ITEMS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
2024-11-06 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2024-10-30 Fail Canvass 3 ▾
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE.MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND BOXES.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREAS AT ALL TIMES.LIDS/COVERS MUST BE KEPT TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020...
2023-11-09 Pass Canvass ▾
No violations found.
2022-05-26 Pass Canvass ▾
No violations found.
2021-08-27 Pass Canvass CRITICAL 5 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS (BARS).
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT LIQUOR STORAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PAINT OR SEAL THE SHELVES.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED FLOOR TILES IN NEED OF RE-GROUTING AT (FRONT BAR AREA).MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB IN KITCHEN 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
2019-12-12 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 3 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIOIRTYT FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
MUST PROVIDE LID/COVER FOR THE UNISEX WASHROOM AND WOMEN'S WASHROOM WASTE RECEPTACLES.
2018-05-24 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2018-05-18 Fail Canvass 3 ▾
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
INTERIOR PANEL UPPER COMPARTMENT OF THE ICE MAKER NOT CLEANED. SURFACES WITH WET BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTRANCE. ICE ARE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SURFACES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SIDE OF THE STOVE IN THE KITCHEN WITH DUST BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE ALL CORNER IN THE BASEMENT BY THE SEWER AND MAINTAIN.
2017-06-23 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE SMALL BAR. INSTALL/PROVIDE LID/COVER FOR THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE SMALL BAR AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
SLOW DRAINING OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE MAIN BAR AND THE WASHBOWL SINK (ONE OUT OF TWO) IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR TO HAVE A WELL DRAINING SINK.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION,NOT INSIDE THE ICE BIN.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE FOR THE FOUR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
2016-08-12 Pass Canvass 2 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Observed a small spill in the basement by the soda boxes. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the soda guns at the bar to have dirt accumulation. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed dirt and debris on the floors at the bar behind the coolers. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
2015-07-07 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN KITCHEN REACH-IN COOLER NEEDS REPLACE OR RESEALED,
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINKS IN BATHROOMS, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
2014-09-05 Pass Canvass 5 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
SODA GUNS AND HOLDERS AND DEEP FRYER CABINETS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT LEAK. VENTILATION FAN NOT WORKING FIRST FLOOR WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FAN. SODA GUN HOLDER DRAINLINE GOIN INTO EXPOSED HANDSINK IN BAR AREA. ...
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
THERMOMETER MISSING FROM COOLER IN BAR HOLDING CONDIMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
SUPPLIES NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
ICE SCOOP NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZE HOLDER OR CONTAINER.
2013-09-04 Pass Canvass 5 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED BARE/RAW WOOD PREP TABLE; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL, TABLE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
GREASE AND DEBRIS ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN AND MOP SINK IN BASEMENT.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DEBRIS ON FLOORS AT BAR AREAS AND BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS IN THE KITCHEN WITH DRIED FOOD AND GREASE; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE WALLS AND REPAINT IN LIGHT COLOR.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED CLUTTER INSIDE COAT CLOSET AND BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
2012-11-19 Pass Canvass 5 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Missing 2 drain stopper for the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide 2 more drain stopper. No lids fo the ice bins behind the bar. Must provide lids for the ice bins.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Must clean and organize inside the cabinet under the washbowl sink inside the mens and womens washroom in the basement.(clutter inside one of the cabinet in ladies washroom-luggage,ladies personal items,shoes etc and mens washroom cabinet with debris...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Must install baseboard/coving 4" throughout the prep area kitchen.(Missing coving/baseboard). Must replace cracked floor tiles throughout the prep/kitchen and maintain. Clean in detail the floor along the wall base all corner behind and under the coo...
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Burned out light bulbs above the cooking area. Must replace and maintain.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Missing visible thermometer in all chest freezer in the basement. Must provide.
2010-12-29 Pass Canvass 8 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.//NEED NAMES DATES ON ALL FOOD ITEMS IN STORAGE
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.//MUST INVERT ALL POTS PANS IN STORAGE/PROPERLY STOR...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.//NEED PAPPER TOWLE HOLDER IN RESTROOM ON 1ST FLOOR.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.//SOME SHELVES IN COOLERS,DRY STORAGE,NOZZLES ON SODA DISPENSER BEHIND BAR NEED DETAIL CLEANING.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.//FLOORS UNDER AROUND STOCK NEED CLEANING 1ST FL.& BSMT/MUST STORE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR WHEN IN STORAGE IN BSMT.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.//MUST HAVE LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHTS OVER 4COMP.SINK & ICE MACHINE IN REAR
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules...
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.//INSTRUCTED MGMT TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES OFF ...
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